Arabian Mystery tulip
Tulipa 'Arabian Mystery'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Purple
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Arabian Mystery' tulip (Tulipa 'Arabian Mystery') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It bears purple blooms in early to late spring. The flowers reach 12 to 24 inches tall. P. Hopman & Sons bred it.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Mount Tacoma tulip, Many Happy Returns peony, and August Moon hosta.